Newark man seriously injured during early morning burglary

A 44-year-old Newark man was seriously injured during a burglary in the city's West Ward on Wednesday morning, officials said.William Perlman/The Star-Ledger

NEWARK — A 44-year-old Newark man remains hospitalized with serious injuries after a reported burglary in the city's West Ward, police said.

The victim was found motionless and suffering from multiple injuries when officers responded to reports of a burglary at a home on 11th Avenue between South 9th and 10th streets around 1 a.m., said Sgt. Ronald Glover, a city police spokesman.

The man's girlfriend, who is blind, told police she heard a ruckus and called police, prompting the suspect to flee, Glover said. The victim was taken to University Hospital in serious condition, according to Glover.

Police have yet to identify a suspect or motive. Police Director Sheilah Coley urged anyone with information about the attack to contact the department 's 24-hour tip line at (877) 695-8477 or (877) 695-4867.